OMNIVISION has introduced the new OX01N1B image sensor for in-cabin automotive driver monitoring systems (DMS). The 1.5-megapixel RGB-IR or monochrome BSI global shutter (GS) sensor with a pixel size of 2.2 µm and an optical format of 1/4.51-inch is the latest addition to OMNIVISION’s industry-leading Nyxel® near-infrared (NIR) technology family for automotive sensors.
OMNIVISION will demonstrate the OX01N1B image sensor with eco-system partners at Auto Shanghai, which will take place from April 23 to May 2, 2025.
Key Features of the OX01N1B Image Sensor Include:
- Industry-leading NIR quantum efficiency (QE) at 36% for excellent low-light performance,
- A high modulation transfer function (MTF) for better image quality and resolution,
- Low power consumption,
- Optical format that enables extremely compact camera module design.
- The OX01N1B uses OmniPixel®4-GS technology for simultaneous image detection in all pixels to accurately reproduce rapid motion without any distortions.
The OX01N1B has integrated ASIL-B and cybersecurity that meet the latest industry standards. It comes in an OMNIVISION a-CSP™ package, allowing for higher-performance image sensors in tighter camera spaces. It is available in a reconstructed wafer option for designers who want to assembly a bare die imager into their camera module.
Leadership Comments
“Driver monitoring systems will be mandatory for all new cars in Europe starting in 2026; the entire global automotive industry is experiencing greater adoption rates of DMS as well, in an effort to improve road safety. As a result, OMNIVISION is introducing the new OX01N1B, which is the ‘sweet spot’ among performance, size and cost for mainstream DMS applications,” said Dr. Paul Wu, Head of Automotive Product Marketing, OMNIVISION.”
“The OX01N1B chip size is even smaller than the previous OX01H1B and it can reuse the same optical path since the pixel size and optical array size is identical. We’ve also added image signal processing to the OX01N1B device.” Dr. Wu adds, “There are many design considerations for DMS. With our expanded portfolio, we offer automotive OEMs a variety of cost and performance options and greater flexibility to place the DMS camera into different locations in their next-generation vehicle designs, added Dr. Paul Wu.”
“OMNIVISION’s new OX01N1B sensor delivers exceptional performance in a remarkably compact format, which makes it a perfect fit for our latest innovation, the All-In-One camera AI ONE,” said Martin Krantz, CEO and Founder of Smart Eye. “With this sensor at its core, we’ve been able to build the integrated DMS we’ve always envisioned, bringing together camera, sensor, processing, and software in a single, self-contained unit.”
Availability
The OX01N1B is available for sampling now and will be in mass production in Q3 2026. For more information or to schedule a meeting at Auto Shanghai, contact your OMNIVISION sales representative: www.ovt.com/contact-sales.
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